how to dealing with the psychological trauma of emergencies?

Question

what is the psychological trauma and how to dealing with the psychological trauma of emergencies

Answer 1

All emergencies cause a shock to the participants, whether they are victims, rescuers, or bystanders. The site of injury, mayhem, violence, and disaster of any kind overloads the senses. The less prepared one is, the less one is exposed to this, the more severe the shock is. Although no entirely gets away from it, the more one sees, the less it bothers them (up to a point). So, emergency workers often become jaded and un-bothered by such events (up to a point...often it is the sight of an injured child that gets to them).
As far as a lay person dealing with psychological trauma, get some basic training in rescue techniques, such as CPR. This will help you to be more prepared for emergencies.

Answer 2

It all depends on the nature of the psychological trauma. The victim of the trauma should most likely undergo an evaluation from their family doctor who will then refer them to a specialist in that area. If it is an immediate trauma due to a recent emergency - most hospitals will offer some immediate help and guidance in the right direction for the victim. Often it is hard for a victim to find someone (help -eg. psychologist, psychiatrist, social worker, counsellor, etc.) that they will be able to relate to - it is hard to find a specialist that can help since there are many different approaches that can be offered to help a 'victim.' Don't give up on finding someone though - it is important to pursue treatment until there is a 'connection' made with a psychologist, or psychiatrist...etc. Once you find someone that can understand your trauma, and someone that you can understand their form of treatment - it is amazing what can be worked out - it just takes a little time some times.
There can also be cases where it is just not time for the victim to 'deal' with the trauma. I believe that the victim should not be made to talk about the trauma until they are ready - that is then the best time for them to receive help - as they are prepared to confront the trauma.

Answer 3

remaining clm helps the trauma is caused by fear of the worst thing or worst case possible happening reassurance is the key